Published: Saturday, July 19, 2014 at 6:01 a.m.

Last Modified: Saturday, July 19, 2014 at 11:54 p.m.

It took a few moments for 10-year-old Sierra Williams to decide what she enjoyed most at the 15th annual Summer Fun Kids Day in Houma Saturday.

She had seen Disney princesses, run through an obstacle course and pet a baby kangaroo at the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center.

But her eyes suddenly lit up as she remembered the 4D Theatre ride.

“That was fun! Stuff was coming right at you, and there was wind, and then there was water blowing at you because you were supposed to be underwater,” she said. “I want to ride that again.”

Her enthusiasm brightened her mother’s day.

“She’s having fun, so I’m happy,” said Susie Price of Houma.

They were among over 2,500 parents and children organizers estimated would come to the family-friendly event.

“You have to pay a little bit at the door to cover our costs. But once you’re in, you could really keep your kids entertained for six hours,” said organizer Scott Belanger.

This year’s Kids Day, Belanger said, may have been the most jam-packed yet with new exhibits such as a rock climbing wall, a petting zoo and an 8-foot-tall robot named U-Bot that kids could climb inside and walk around in. There were also bounce houses, games and dozens of vendors showcasing products and services for families and children.

“We plan this event for about six months before it happens. But walking around and seeing all the kids smiling, that makes it worth it,” Belanger said.

Fun Day also featured performances that included “Beauty and the Beast Jr.,” and “Seussical Jr.” by the South Terrebonne High School Drama Gators, and a presentation by the Audubon Zoo.

Six-year-old Annabelle Loupe of Lockport said she was most excited to see Elsa, her favorite Disney princess from the movie “Frozen,” which was also performed.

“This year we really focused on featuring local acts on stage and trying to get as many children on stage as possible to feature the children of the community,” Belanger said.

One of those kids was 8-year-old piano player Paul Kreamer, of Houma, who has been tickling the ivories since he was 4. He said his favorite song to play is “Rockin’ Robin.”

“This is the first time I’ve played to a crowd this big,” he said.

Staff Writer Jordan Gribble can be reached at 857-2208 or jordan.gribble@houmatoday.com. Follow him on Twitter @JGrib_Courier.

<p>It took a few moments for 10-year-old Sierra Williams to decide what she enjoyed most at the 15th annual Summer Fun Kids Day in Houma Saturday.</p><p>She had seen Disney princesses, run through an obstacle course and pet a baby kangaroo at the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center.</p><p>But her eyes suddenly lit up as she remembered the 4D Theatre ride.</p><p>“That was fun! Stuff was coming right at you, and there was wind, and then there was water blowing at you because you were supposed to be underwater,” she said. “I want to ride that again.”</p><p>Her enthusiasm brightened her mother's day.</p><p>“She's having fun, so I'm happy,” said Susie Price of Houma. </p><p>They were among over 2,500 parents and children organizers estimated would come to the family-friendly event.</p><p>“You have to pay a little bit at the door to cover our costs. But once you're in, you could really keep your kids entertained for six hours,” said organizer Scott Belanger.</p><p>This year's Kids Day, Belanger said, may have been the most jam-packed yet with new exhibits such as a rock climbing wall, a petting zoo and an 8-foot-tall robot named U-Bot that kids could climb inside and walk around in. There were also bounce houses, games and dozens of vendors showcasing products and services for families and children.</p><p>“We plan this event for about six months before it happens. But walking around and seeing all the kids smiling, that makes it worth it,” Belanger said.</p><p>Fun Day also featured performances that included “Beauty and the Beast Jr.,” and “Seussical Jr.” by the South Terrebonne High School Drama Gators, and a presentation by the Audubon Zoo.</p><p>Six-year-old Annabelle Loupe of Lockport said she was most excited to see Elsa, her favorite Disney princess from the movie “Frozen,” which was also performed.</p><p>“This year we really focused on featuring local acts on stage and trying to get as many children on stage as possible to feature the children of the community,” Belanger said.</p><p>One of those kids was 8-year-old piano player Paul Kreamer, of Houma, who has been tickling the ivories since he was 4. He said his favorite song to play is “Rockin' Robin.”</p><p>“This is the first time I've played to a crowd this big,” he said. </p><p>Staff Writer Jordan Gribble can be reached at 857-2208 or jordan.gribble@houmatoday.com. Follow him on Twitter @JGrib_Courier.</p>